Systems Administrator

Ledgent Technology; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 66,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledgent Technology in Minneapolis, MN is seeking a Mid-Level Azure Systems Administrator to support and maintain a Microsoft-based enterprise environment. This role administers Azure infrastructure, Microsoft 365 services, Windows Server environments, and enterprise identity management, delivering security, performance and reliability.

Contract-to-hire with a conversion salary up to $110,000 per year; W2 pay rate $50-$53/hr; must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of Systems Administration experience.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure administration.
• Strong experience supporting Microsoft 365 environments.
• Experience with Active Directory, Entra ID (Azure AD), and Windows Server.
• Knowledge of DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, VPNs, and networking fundamentals.
• Experience with PowerShell scripting and automation.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.

Responsibilities

• Administer and support Microsoft Azure infrastructure, including virtual machines, storage, networking, and resource management.
• Manage Microsoft 365 services including Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint Online, and OneDrive.
• Maintain and support Active Directory, Azure Active Directory (Entra ID), Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and Windows Server environments.
• Monitor system performance, availability, and security using Microsoft and third-party monitoring tools.
• Support hybrid cloud environments and assist with cloud migration initiatives.
• Troubleshoot infrastructure, networking, authentication, and end-user system issues.
• Implement and maintain security best practices, access controls, and conditional access policies.
• Perform system upgrades, patching, backup management, and disaster recovery activities.
• Automate routine administrative tasks using PowerShell.
• Collaborate with IT teams on infrastructure projects, deployments, and ongoing improvements.

Skills

Azure administration

Microsoft 365

Active Directory

Entra ID

Windows Server

DNS/DHCP

PowerShell

Networking basics

Troubleshooting

Communication

Tools

Intune

VMware/Hyper-V

Defender/Conditional Access

Job description

Location: Minneapolis, MN (Onsite)
Type: Contract-to-Hire
Compensation: Up to $110,000 annually upon conversion
Contract Rate: $50-$53/hr W2 (depending on experience)
Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Position Overview

We are seeking a Mid-Level Azure Systems Administrator to support and maintain a Microsoft-based enterprise environment. This role will be responsible for administering Azure infrastructure, Microsoft 365 services, Windows Server environments, and enterprise identity management. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting cloud and on-premises systems while ensuring security, performance, and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and support Microsoft Azure infrastructure, including virtual machines, storage, networking, and resource management.
• Manage Microsoft 365 services including Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint Online, and OneDrive.
• Maintain and support Active Directory, Azure Active Directory (Entra ID), Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and Windows Server environments.
• Monitor system performance, availability, and security using Microsoft and third-party monitoring tools.
• Support hybrid cloud environments and assist with cloud migration initiatives.
• Troubleshoot infrastructure, networking, authentication, and end-user system issues.
• Implement and maintain security best practices, access controls, and conditional access policies.
• Perform system upgrades, patching, backup management, and disaster recovery activities.
• Automate routine administrative tasks using PowerShell.
• Collaborate with IT teams on infrastructure projects, deployments, and ongoing improvements.

Required Qualifications

• 3-6 years of Systems Administration experience.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure administration.
• Strong experience supporting Microsoft 365 environments.
• Experience with Active Directory, Entra ID (Azure AD), and Windows Server.
• Knowledge of DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, VPNs, and networking fundamentals.
• Experience with PowerShell scripting and automation.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) certification.
• Experience with Intune and endpoint management.
• Experience supporting VMware or Hyper-V environments.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Defender, Conditional Access, and security best practices.
• Experience with backup and disaster recovery solutions.

Desired Skills and Experience

Azure, Systems Administrator , M365, Azure AD, Entra ID, Azure Infrastructure

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.